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Sustainable Solutions: Green Infrastructure

Grade 9–12

Illinois Learning Standards

Available April–May, September–November.

There’s more than one path to sustainability. Two buildings at Ryerson Conservation Area (Riverwoods) are real-world examples of how technology and resources combine to balance the needs of people and nature. Explore similarities and differences between sustainable strategies implemented in the LEED Platinum-certified Welcome Center and the new Phius (Passive House Institute US) certified net-zero energy Education Center.

Field Trip Program

Runs 1.5 hours.

Location: Ryerson Conservation Area, Riverwoods

Program Pricing Resident   Nonresident
Per Group $50 $86

 

Native landscaping around Ryerson Welcome Center

 


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